David Roman

David Roman is a Professor of English and American Studies and Ethnicity at the University of Southern California (USC), affiliated with the USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences. He holds a concurrent appointment at the University of London’s Royal Central School of Speech and Drama. His research focuses on performance studies, queer and HIV/AIDS histories, and contemporary cultural politics. He has authored influential books such as Acts of Intervention, O Solo Homo, and Performance in America, which explore intersections of art, activism, and identity.

Roman’s academic contributions include editorship of Theatre Journal (1999–2003) and numerous awards recognizing his scholarship and teaching excellence. His work bridges theatre studies, queer theory, and American cultural history, with a particular emphasis on how performance addresses societal crises like the AIDS epidemic.

• Education: Ph.D. in English or related field (assumed based on academic role).
• Grants/Advising: No specific grants mentioned; advising details not provided.

Roman is currently completing The (Taylor) Mac Book for the University of Michigan Press, extending his exploration of contemporary theatre practices. His research also engages with 21st-century arts and the evolving role of tragedy in modern performance.